Senator Jerry Moran, Republican from Kansas

Jerry Moran

Senator · Kansas · Republican

Jerry Moran

Senate Floor

Recent comments in the Senate

Mr. President, today--this afternoon--the Senate took a really important step to strengthen our national security and pay a final tribute to our colleague Lindsey Graham, the Senator from South Carolina. This step has been a long time coming. But by an overwhelming passage of the Lindsay O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, the Senate sent a clear message to our adversaries: There will be consequences for those who finance terrorism and those who wage an unprovoked war.
LEGISLATIVE SESSION··Share
Madam President, reserving the right to object, it saddens me that we are here because I wish we were here with a vote on the Senate floor to pass the Major Richard Star Act and other pieces of legislation that are so important to veterans, their families, and their caregivers across the country. The Senator from Connecticut outlined all the things that he says his amendment to this legislation would do and be supported by, but the reality is, the Senator from Connecticut has tried time and time again to pass legislation similar to that, never to succeed.
On H.R. 1··Share
Mr. President, the rulemaking process that was initiated in the Biden administration in 2022 has continued on the VA's list of work and has never been withdrawn and continues to be considered. And as I indicated now for the third time--indicated by the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs--the Department--that it will be implemented. I just know that repeating the same political talking points without a realistic alternative has prevented these bills--and particularly the Richard Star Act--from passing for years.
EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE SENATE THAT GHISLAINE MAXWELL SHOULD NOT BE GRANTED …··Share
Biography
Jerry Moran, a former banker and lifelong Kansan, was elected to the U.S. Senate representing Kansas in 2010. He prioritizes rural health care access, veterans' issues, and agricultural policy, reflecting his roots in a farming community. Moran played a key role in authoring legislation to expand mental health services for veterans and has served as the ranking member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee. Through pragmatic collaboration, he consistently seeks practical solutions that address the unique challenges faced by Kansas communities.
Education
  • J.D., University of Kansas School of Law, Lawrence, KS
    1981
  • B.S., University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
    1976
  • M.B.A. in Candidate, Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS
Professional History

  • U.S. Senator

    2011–Present

    Senator from Kansas. 3 terms.

  • U.S. Representative

    1997–2011

    Represented Kansas's 1st congressional district for 7 terms.

  • President, University of Kansas School of Law Board of Governors

    1994–95

    (vice president, 1993–94)

  • Member, Kansas Senate

    1989–97

    (vice president, 1993–95, Majority Leader, 1995–97)

  • Deputy Attorney, Rooks County

    1987–95

  • Kansas State Special Assistant Attorney General

    1982–85

  • Banker

  • Attorney

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security20%
Finance and Financial Sector6%
Transportation and Public Works3%
Native Americans3%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Jerry Moran's record in Congress.

  • Veterans Affairs Reform

    Co-authored the VA MISSION Act, expanding veterans' access to private healthcare and improving VA facility services.

  • Rural Broadband Expansion

    Secured federal funding to improve broadband internet access in rural Kansas communities.

  • Agricultural Research Funding

    Led efforts to increase USDA research funding, supporting Kansas State University's agricultural innovation programs.

  • COVID-19 Relief for Airports

    Helped secure CARES Act funding to support Kansas airports during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Committee Assignments
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  • Senate Committee on Veterans' AffairsChairman
  • Senate Committee on Appropriations
  • Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
  • Senate Select Committee on Intelligence
  • Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry

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